Peony Itoh 'Bartzella'

• Peony ‘Bartzilla’ requires a sunny or partial shade in well-drained soil. Plant so that the roots are covered up to where the branching begins. Do not mix manure in the soil before planting as this may encourage rot.
• When planting, dig a hole twice the width of root and deep enough to accommodate the root plus 2.5 – 5 cm (1 to 2in) of any stem.
• Because plants are grown on their own root stock and are not grafted, any new growth from below soil will bloom true.
• After the first heavy frost, cut plants back to (5-8cm) 2-3in above the ground. You can also wait until early spring if you prefer.
• If you must plant in a pot, use a container that’s a minimum of 18in wide and deep and that has excellent drainage. Use a mix of 2/3 potting compost and 1/3 perlite to improve drainage. Do not overwater – allow plants to dry out a bit between waterings. Place the pot where it will get morning sun or dappled sun all day.
  

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Our experienced nursery team will always send your plants nursery fresh in the perfect condition to thrive when you plant them, so although most plants are very tough and will not be affected by all but the most extreme frosts or heatwaves, we avoid dispatching the most perishable plants if extreme weather is forecast, or over Bank Holiday weekends.

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